Cook III

Overview

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. — and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive
—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The Cook sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The role’s primary responsibility is to prepare and produce food orders according to quality standards. The Cook shall maintain a safe work environment and follow established sanitation and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Majority of work takes place indoors.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures (freezers, loading dock).

• Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.

• Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).
• Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.

• Relevant experience in restaurant or hotel food preparation preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

• Produce all food orders in a timely and consistent manner in accordance with established quality standards. Test food to ensure quality and consistency of all meals served.
• Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Handle and store food items safely and keep work area clean and sanitized, including opening and closing duties.
• Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
• Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Benefits:
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Paid Funeral Leave
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Referral Incentive
• Doctor Clinic
• Sick Incentive
• Development Programs
• Milestone (Years of Service) Incentive
• Employee Cafeteria
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.